
This episode covers the mysterious death of Forest Hayes, a Silicon Valley executive, found dead on his yacht in 2013. Key topics include his life in Santa Cruz, his love for boating, and the circumstances surrounding his overdose.
Forest Hayes, originally from Dearborn, Michigan, moved to Silicon Valley and worked at Google. He had a passion for his family and boating, which led him to purchase a yacht named Escape.
On November 22, 2013, Hayes was found dead on his yacht, prompting concern from his wife. Detectives discovered he died from a heroin overdose, with evidence suggesting another person was present.
Investigators identified a woman named Alex Tickman, who had tattoos and a history of being with individuals who died from drug overdoses. Questions arise about her involvement in Hayes's death.
The episode raises questions about Tickman's knowledge of Hayes's condition and her potential culpability in his tragic demise.
Forest Hayes died of a heroin overdose on his yacht, raising questions about the woman present with him, Alex Tickman.

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